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  1. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    For those of you in the Toronto area: An Anthem rep will be at a local hi-end audio store tonight, 6-8pm, providing an opportuntiy to preview the Statement pre-pro and amp. I don't think we are supposed to promote retailers, so I've stripped the store name from their email, which follows...
  2. Wayne_T

    Paradigm Studio V3: Who's upgrading from the V2 line and why?

    Lets be careful with the use of the word "upgrade". Yes, the V3's are the latest version, and yes they cost more, but the jury is still out as to whether they are sonically an upgrade over the V2's. With regard to bass response, there is a thread at AVS which compares the V2 and the V3 specs...
  3. Wayne_T

    Paradigm studio 60v2, how much power is needed?

    I initially powered my Studio 60's with a Yamaha RX-V3000 (110 wpc I think). I thought the sound was great. Then I borrowed a Bryston 4B-ST (factory tested at 313wpc) from a dealer for a weekend. The improvement in the 60's sound was incredible. The Bryston is still in the rack, and I had to...
  4. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    Miguel, You are with friends. There are no silly questions here. Wayne
  5. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    Miguel, Yes this is correct. Anthem Logic is the default mode. The cure for this is in the source setup menu. Set the mode presets either to "last used" or to "DPL Movie". Wayne
  6. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    Levesque: We have the Sennheiser HD570, which I believe are at least a couple of notches below the 600. I think they sound terrific on the AVM-20. To my mind the AVM-20 headphone jack has tons of power for the headphones. I'm certainly not a headphones connaisseur, and seldom use them, but...
  7. Wayne_T

    Is more power really needed?

    Thanks Jason. That was the link I was referring to. Doesn't look like its been updated for a while. Yes, I believe that I do use the power - at the peaks. And I really don't listen at very loud volumes. I don't know that I would notice much difference on movies - do I really care if I've...
  8. Wayne_T

    Is more power really needed?

    Mike, you get it, and you raise the appropriate question... how much difference will a small increase in power make? Given the logarithmic relationship between power and volume, it would appear that it takes significantly more power to make an audible difference. There are no absolutes, but...
  9. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    The LFE crossover bypass allows your sub to play material recorded in the Dolby .1 LFE channel between the crossover and 120Hz (if there is any). That doesn't get you more bass per se, but it ensures that no bass between 80 and 120Hz is discarded. I think SurEx means extended surround. Wayne
  10. Wayne_T

    Is more power really needed?

    I'm going to refer to two posts above which together really get to the heart of the matter - how much power do you need? DanielMan said: So lets put all this in perspective. If we listen at a normal average level of 5W (for example), and the drummer hits a drum which is (conservatively)...
  11. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    Mike L: Mike, do you have a good sub that blends well with your Studios? If you do, I would recommend setting all the speaker crossovers and the sub crossover at 80 Hz. I have the same speakers (except my surrounds which are ADPs). You may want to experiment with other crossovers than...
  12. Wayne_T

    Paradigm Studio Reference v.2 trade-in for v.3

    Chris, Without side by side comparison in the same room with the same electronics, I'm not sure how meaningful the audition is. I mean between the V2s and the V3s. If the dealer no longer has V2s, you might want to consider taking yours down there to conduct the comparison, or better still get...
  13. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    I've now joined the 2.10 crowd. Installed last night, and played around a bit with the setups today. Everything seems to be working correctly. Haven't had the time yet to try any of the new advanced features. First impressions: Extremely easy install. Assigning one input to multiple sources...
  14. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    Levesque, That is truly a beautiful location. I've been to the area long ago, but don't remember it taking that long to get there. In any case, its a darn cold place in the winter, as I'm sure you know. You'll be lucky if it ever gets above zero deg F in Jan and Feb. A good time to enjoy your...
  15. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    Mon Dieu Levesque, where did you move to? Six hours north of Montreal? I didn't think roads went that far. I'm from the Laurentians, not far from Tremblant. Another five hours?? Wow! Seriously, where the heck are you Levesque?
  16. Wayne_T

    Where do old audiophiles go?

    Gotta love Yogiisms. One of my favorites: The mayor's wife at a gala fundraiser said "Yogi, you're looking pretty cool tonight in that new suit", to which Yogi relied "Why thank you ma'am, you don't look so hot yourself." But this is about old audiophiles. I'm afraid that sooner or later we...
  17. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    Michael, I meant those unhappy faces in the most lighthearted way, just to show how eagerly I am anticipating the upgrade and my impatience, like a child waiting for a new toy. I should have concluded my post with a smilie face. :) By all means continue the discussions... foreplay is a very...
  18. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.1

    I wish all you beta testers coulda kept this news to yourselves until the software was available.:frowning: You don't know how painful it is to hear all this gloating and not be able to get your hands on it.:frowning: Its no fun being an outsider.:frowning: Think I'll just tune out for a few...
  19. Wayne_T

    The Most Expensive System I've ever heard.

    Doug: Our perspectives change over time. My first "system" cost about $100 and I thought it was pretty good. Sounded better than most of my friends, and had detachable speakers to boot. About the same time, I remember a relative arguing that no man should be allowed to make more than $4/hour. A...
  20. Wayne_T

    PARADIGM owners - what amp and pre do you use

    Anthem AVM-20 front end. 60's powered by Bryston 4B-ST. Studio CC and ADP's powered by Anthem MCA-3. Servo-15. In answer to Lee's question, These all used to be powered by a Yamaha RX-V3000. You don't need all the power of the separate amps. The Paradigms just sound better with them. If...
  21. Wayne_T

    PW-2200 Subwoofer died :[ any hints

    I wouldn't do it, but putting in a larger fuse is always an option. Depends which device you want to protect most... your sub or the fuse. Cheers
  22. Wayne_T

    Dialog wash out - Plz Help

    Dialog normalization explained: http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volum...on-6-2000.html
  23. Wayne_T

    XLR Balanced Jacks

    Go to a musical instruments store, one that sells guitars and keyboards and the like. They will make you XLR cables in whatever lengths you want, for a fraction of what you will pay in a hi-fi store. Wayne
  24. Wayne_T

    Dialog wash out - Plz Help

    Rick, The tweeters of all three front speakers should be at ear level when you are in your normal seating position. If the center has to be on top of a large TV, which is often the case, then it should be tilted to compensate. Why do you have all three speakers six feet off the floor? Wayne
  25. Wayne_T

    Dialog wash out - Plz Help

    If your center speaker is sitting on top of a big screen TV, make sure the cones are pointed toward your ears when you are sitting. Often they are pointing above your head. If so, you will want to tilt the speaker down by elevating the rear. I did this with a pair of rubber doorstops, a buck or...
  26. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.0 Thread

    Miguel, I went to Radio Shack and bought the little RCA jack that the Anthem uses, 1/8" I think, and then just connected it to the Bryston with a piece of light speaker wire, 18 guage I think. Not fancy, but it does the job. I got the solderless jack just so I wouldn't have to dig out the old...
  27. Wayne_T

    The Upgraded Anthem AVM-20 2.0 Thread

    Keelan, what software version is your AVM-20? The current version is 2.09, and corrected several problems in earlier versions. Wayne
  28. Wayne_T

    Which computer cable for Anthem AVM 20 upgrades?

    Just a word of caution to anyone buying these cables, have a look at your computer before you buy the cable... your computer might need a male connector or a female connector.
  29. Wayne_T

    Can Paradigm dealers sell below MSRP?

    In Canada, (and I think also in the U.S. - can someone confirm?) it is illegal for a manufacturer to exert influence on retail pricing. That is why they can only call it suggested list price. Dealers can sell for any price they want, and any manufacturer who attempts to discipline retailers who...
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